Llamas are cute, llamas are interesting. And that's why they're perfect as a theme for a child's birthday party. They can be easily combined with the Mexican theme, creating cheerful color combinations that create the perfect party atmosphere. If you also believe that you have now found the ideal theme party, you are definitely looking for a few ideas and inspiration. We have not only put together a few helpful tips for you, but also practical instructions for some beautiful decorations that will make your llama birthday decoration a real masterpiece. All children will be thrilled and guaranteed to have great fun!
The llama decoration for a party – motifs and colors
The most important motif at a llama party is of course the llama itself. It should appear often and in every area, be it on the dining table, the dessert table, on the walls or the play area. You can also combine the llama decoration with other motifs and decorations. In principle, this includes all those motifs that are reminiscent of Mexico, such as cacti, sombreros, bobbles, bobble ribbons, fringes and tassels, but also the colorful kilim. The classic garlands, decorative fans, balloons and paper balls can also be used for decoration. Even cookies in the shape of llamas orMuffins und Cupcakesare perfect for this and can be eaten at the same time. Matching cookie cutters are even available for cookies. Nowadays you can easily find paper plates, cups and napkins online with the motifs you want.
When it comes to colors, you have two options: both bright and colorful pastel colors as well as brighter shades are suitable, although both can also be combined. The key word is definitely “colorful”. No matter whether in pastel or bright colors, be sure to use several colors in the llama decoration. Then the design is really reminiscent of a happy fiesta and nothing stands in the way of having fun at your birthday.
Game ideas for the party
There are some games that not only fit the “Llama” theme perfectly, but that the children will definitely have a lot of fun with. At the same time, the elements and utensils you need for the games can also be used as fun llama decorations. What is meant is thisfunny pinata, which simply cannot be missing at a llama party with Mexican flair. The pinata should ideally be in the shape of a llama and filled with plenty of sweets. Hang the pinata in the room or in the garden and you will have an interesting and thematically appropriate party decoration until the game itself.
Glue llama tail
- Picture of a llama (see link at the end of the article)
- colorful crepe paper or craft paper
- double-sided tape
- a string to hang the picture
- Bobbles, bobble ribbon and a canvas as desired
Another funny idea is this one, where a child's eyes are tied. Then they have to try to stick the llama's tail in the right place on a llama picture. Lots of laughs are guaranteed and before you even start playing, the idea conveniently makes a great llama decoration! You need any llama picture. You can also use the template from the link at the end of this article. You can stick this picture on a canvas if you want and then hang it on the wall. You can also decorate it with other decorations such as bobbles or bobble ribbon. Then make the colorful tails out of crepe paper. These consist of three colors and have fringes, which you can easily create with scissors by cutting one of the sides several times. Each tail gets a small piece of double-sided tape. Before the tail is glued, the protective film on the other side is removed and the game can begin.
Painting llamas
This idea also gives the children a fun activity. And this way the children can even make a beautiful llama decoration themselves during the party. It is a kind of garland in the shape of a circle that the children can cut out themselves and then paint as they wish. So also have colored pencils or felt-tip pens ready. You need:
- A4 format sheets
- Scissors
- Pencil
- Colored pencils or felt-tip pens
First you need to cut an A4 sheet to make a square (or you can buy ready-made square sheets). To do this, fold the bottom right corner up until it meets the left side and creates a diagonal fold. The strip that now protrudes from the top is simply cut off. Then fold the square that has already been folded once diagonally again. Now you can record a llama. This can be done both freehand and with a template that you can prepare in advance for the children to make this step easier for them. It is important that you, on the one hand, place the folded paper correctly and, on the other hand, draw the llama correctly. The llama's mouth, legs and tail should be connected to each other (see picture). Then the motif is cut out (we remind you again that you do not cut along the mouth, legs and tail, otherwise you will end up with individual llama snippets, instead of a garland). Now unfold the paper again and you should get a round garland that can now be painted and then used as a llama decoration.
Would you like thatLama PartyTo make your own decorations, you can also use one of the following two ideas. They are quick and easy to make and can therefore be done by anyone.
Garland of llama napkins
- Napkins with a llama motif
- Paper handkerchiefs in bright colors
- Scissors and string
- Pom-poms, tassels and other decorative elements as desired
If you would like to make a garland yourself as a birthday decoration, this simple idea for the llama decoration is certainly just the thing for you. Take a napkin, unfold it completely and cut it in half. The llama napkins stay like this, while the other, colorful napkins should have fringes. To do this, cut the side opposite the fold several times when folded. Then place the string in the fold of each napkin, leaving a space between each napkin. You can use tape to secure them on the inside, as glue would be absorbed into the paper and form stains. You can also make tassels from the colorful napkins, which you can then use to make an additional garland and hang it up together with the llama garland.
Llama costume made of cardboard
In addition to the llama decoration, you can also get a suitable one for the children's birthday partyMake a party costume, which the little ones are sure to have a lot of fun with. All you need is a cardboard box and a larger piece of cardboard. Cut a hole in both the lid and the bottom of the box. Both holes should be large enough for a child to fit through. It's better to make it a little bigger than too small. Cut the llama's head and neck out of the cardboard. You can now paint both individual parts with any colors you like.
Then attach either suspenders, a rope or a rubber band to the top hole, as desired. They are used so that the box can hang on the shoulders when being carried without constantly slipping down. Cut a slit in the front of the cardboard into which you can insert the llama head. To ensure that it sits firmly, you can also fix it with glue. You can also use a rope to create a leash. Now the children can pretend to ride a llama. And when the costume is not in use, it also serves as a perfect decoration for the party.
Party decoration ideas
Below we have a few more ideas for the llama decorationfor a child's birthday,which you are welcome to implement or change to suit your taste if you like it. The ideas are ideal for decorating a Mexico party, some can be used as table decorations at children's birthday parties or can decorate windows, walls, doors and other areas in the room or garden.
Printable llama templatehere.
